When
Friday, January 11, 2019 at 5:00 PM EST-to-
Sunday, January 13, 2019 at 2:00 PM EST
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Where
Meet & pick up: COTS. Held at Lake Hope State Park2537 Lee Road
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
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COTS Sr Youth - Winter Retreat at Lake Hope State Park!
Time together with friends in a cozy cabin near Hocking Hills. Meals prepared by US and our cooking team. Conversations about putting our faith into action. All shaped & led by our youth planning team. Light the Way. For youth grades 9-12. Friends are invited!
Register by Sunday, Jan 6, 11:59 pm.
NOTE: Only ONE online registration form may be submitted per email address. It is possible, however, to register multiple participants using this form. (Select "Add" in the "Additional Participants" section.) If you need to make a change to your submitted registration form please contact Curt and he'll take care of you.
Some FAQs...
Yes! In our cozy woodburning fireplace. Maybe outside, too.
What about my finals?
Shaker finals are right after this, which isn't ideal. Some thoughts: We will have 7+ hours of travel. One vehicle will be a study car. We also make sure you've got the option of getting 8 hrs of sleep (but we can't make you), so you can return not as toast. And we suggest you get most of your studying done before the weekend.
Will there be fire?Yes! In our cozy woodburning fireplace. Maybe outside, too.
Will we play Capture the Flag?
Strong possibility. Will decide as a group.
Can I bring my friend(s)?
Yes! They are invited, too.
Can I come late or leave early?
Yes - let Curt know and he'll try to connect you with others to save on some driving.
Do we sleep in tents?
No - sorry. We stay in nice heated/air conditioned cabins (boys in one, girls in another) with showers and bunk beds and full kitchen.
How's the food?
Home-cooked. Ask Derek Y about last year's greasicles. Mmmmm.
Can I bring my friend(s)?
Yes! They are invited, too.
Can I come late or leave early?
Yes - let Curt know and he'll try to connect you with others to save on some driving.
Do we sleep in tents?
No - sorry. We stay in nice heated/air conditioned cabins (boys in one, girls in another) with showers and bunk beds and full kitchen.
How's the food?
Home-cooked. Ask Derek Y about last year's greasicles. Mmmmm.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Be at church on Friday, January 11 at 5:00 pm with all your stuff.
- We’ll eat at the church before we go.(If you can’t be at church at 5:00 on Friday and have made other plans, please let Curt know.)
- We’ll return to church on Sunday, January 13 at 2:00 pm.
- Dietary restrictions? Let Curt know ASAP.
- Cost is $45 - we are happy to provide assistance - Contact Curt
- COTS Child/Youth Medical Waiver & Permission Slip must be on file.
- Phone numbers for emergencies:
- 216-903-9610 (Curt Campbell’s cell phone)
- 740-596-4938 (Lake Hope State Park Office)
- Lake Hope State Park address: 27331 State Route 278, McArthur, OH 45651
What to bring:
- Your Bible (We've got one you can have if you don't own one)
- Casual, comfortable clothes for inside (heated!)
- Clothes warm enough for outdoors in the day and evening. It can get especially chilly after dark. An extra pair of shoes/boots is a good idea for wet or dirty conditions. Snow pants. Hat. Mittens. Lots of layers.
- Rain gear is great if you’ve got it – it could be wet. Who knows - it could be warmer!
- Personal items – medications, toothbrush/paste, lotion, deodorant, soap, shampoo
- Shower stuff – towel, washcloth, etc (each cabin has a shower)
- Pillow and sleeping bag or sheets & blanket (the camp has bunk beds)
- A plastic drinking cup or water bottle with your name on it to use for the weekend
- Snack or drink to share - please not ALL chips - we like fruit...and veggies and granola bars, etc, too!
- Optional: flashlight, board game, football, soccer ball, frisbee, cards, etc.
What NOT to bring:
(Parents: We are asking for your help with this. Do not wave goodbye to your son or daughter without their phone and tablet or whatever in your hand (unless REQUIRED for studying). We understand it may be difficult for your daughter or son to go without, but these items undercut the ability of your daughter or son to be fully present at the retreat and can create problems. Thank you!)
- No cell phones, please! Adults will have cell phones for emergencies, but the youth will be RETREATING from the cloud and the outside world for 45 hours.
- No valuable that you’d be upset if it was lost or broken – that’s just not fun. Please leave your valuables at home.
Start praying now for God to bless our weekend!